Education & Community Programs Officer

• Multiple Casual Opportunities available from January 2027
• Based at the Centennial Parklands, Callan Park, Parramatta Park, and/or Western Sydney Parklands.
• Clerk Grade 5/6, attractive casual hourly rate starting from $56.36 + super + penalty rates for weekend/public holiday work

Do you have education experience in community programs, early learning or schools in the areas of science, geography, history or art? Then we want to hear from you!


The role

A fantastic opportunity exists for Education and Community Programs Officers to join our passionate team of educators, delivering transformative formal and non-formal learning experiences to foster connection to nature through curiosity and understanding. This is a hands-on role, delivering exciting community programs and NSW curriculum linked school programs that promote nature connection in science, geography, the environment and other key learning areas. There are multiple roles available to be based at Centennial Park, Callan Park, Parramatta Park, and Western Sydney Parklands, with flexibility to work across multiple sites.

For more information about this position, read the full Role Description: Education and Community Programs Officer


What you will bring to the role  

We're looking for dynamic individuals with a passion for outdoor education and community engagement. You should have experience delivering high-quality programs to diverse audiences, along with a strong understanding of educational structures and curriculum requirements. Excellent communication skills, the ability to manage bookings, and a willingness to work flexible hours are essential.

• Early years/childhood teaching experience
• Secondary teaching experience (especially from a geography or science background)
• Primary teaching experience
• Bush regeneration experience
• Environmental and outdoor education experience

• Ability to work outside of normal working hours and on weekends if required.
• Ability to lift 15kg several times a day.
• A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is an essential requirement for this role.  The role has been identified as requiring a check in keeping with the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012
• Current, or ability to obtain a First Aid qualification or equivalent.
• Current NSW driver’s license.

As a premier city-wide agency, Greater Sydney Parklands (GSP) is dedicated to expanding and enhancing urban parklands across Sydney. Join the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) in shaping the future of New South Wales.  By championing the NSW Government's vision for open spaces and parklands, we strive to create vibrant, community-focused environments for all.  

GSP currently brings together five iconic parks across Sydney: Centennial Parklands (including Moore Park and Queens Park), Parramatta Park, Western Sydney Parklands, Callan Park and Fernhill Estate.   


Join us

If this role sounds like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply with your CV and cover letter. We’d love to hear from you and explore how you can shape your world with us.

Applications close Sunday 22^nd November 2026. Should you require further information about the role please contact Nicole Ribera on 02 9339 6624 or nicole.ribera@gsp.nsw.gov.au.

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.

Advertised: 09 Nov 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 22 Nov 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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